Tented Camps

Umkumbe Bush Lodge

Mpumalanga, South Africa
Up to 30 guests
Tented Camps
South Africa
From $370/night

About This Property

We love the family feel at Umkumbe. The lodge calls itself the first luxury tented camp in the Sabi Sand, and it has been run by the same family, with bushveld hospitality going back to 1937.

Four types of tented suites sit on wooden decks in the Sabie Game Reserve section, sharing open borders with Kruger National Park.

Private Game Reserve Sabi Sand Nature Reserve View park details →

Why We Love It

There is a tree house built around a weeping boer-bean, and the honeymoon suite has its own plunge pool.

Game viewing in the Sabi Sand is some of the best in Africa, especially for leopard.

Rooms & Details

Standard Tent

Tents on wooden decks with a king bed that converts to twins and a bathroom with shower.

Luxury Tent

More spacious tents with extra comforts.

Superior Tent

Larger tents for up to four, ideal for families.

Honeymoon Suite

A suite for two with a secluded plunge pool, outdoor showers, a spacious deck and a king-size bed.

Amenities & Features

En-suite Bathroom
Meals Included
Outdoor Shower
Plunge Pool
Swimming Pool
Check-in 14:00 to 16:00
Check-out 10:00

Cancellation Policy

We confirm the cancellation terms with you when you book.

Rates

Prices start from $370 per night. Final pricing depends on season, room type, and availability. Check current rates on our booking partner's site for the most accurate pricing.

The price is per person sharing per night in a Standard Tent and includes meals and game drives. Other tent types cost more.

Location

Hazyview
Sabie Park, Sabi Sand, Mpumalanga
South Africa
Umkumbe is in the Sabie Game Reserve section of the Sabi Sand, reached via Hazyview and Shaws Gate (the Sabie Game Reserve gate).
GPS Coordinates -24.872430, 31.545270
Nearest Airport Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport

How to Get There

By road

Drive via Hazyview to Shaws Gate; please follow our directions rather than navigation apps, which can send you to the wrong gate. A gate fee is charged per vehicle.

Nearby Attractions

Kruger National Park, Sabi Sand, Hazyview, Panorama Route

Things to Do

Game drives

Morning and afternoon Big Five drives in the Sabi Sand.

Bush walks

Guided walks with experienced rangers and trackers.

Good to Know

Tents: Four tent types, including a honeymoon suite.

Gate fee: A Sabi Sand gate fee is payable per vehicle.

Price basis: Per person sharing per night.

Who It's For

Couples and families wanting a classic Sabi Sand safari at a fair price.

Best Time to Visit

Year-round; May to September is dry and best for game viewing.